Eastside Elementary School in Cabot, AR serves 568 students in grades K–4 with a student–teacher ratio of 17:1, slightly higher than the district ratio of 16:1.
Math proficiency is 68%, which is higher than the state average of 39% and the district average of 51%, though it declined from 72% in 2022.
Reading proficiency is 52%, higher than the state average of 40% and district average of 48%, but has declined from a previous high of 58% in 2018.
Science proficiency stands at 53%, exceeding the state average of 36% and district average of 43%, showing a positive trend from 47% in 2021.
The school's overall Arkansas ranking fell from #55 in 2022 to #72 in 2023, indicating a decline in relative performance over the past year.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Eastside Elementary School's student population of 550 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
550 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eastside Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastside Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#72 out of 989 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
3%
19%
White
77%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Cabot School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastside Elementary School's ranking?
Eastside Elementary School is ranked #72 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Eastside Elementary School often compared to?
Eastside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Magness Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Eastside Elementary School?
550 students attend Eastside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Eastside Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eastside Elementary School?
Eastside Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eastside Elementary School offer ?
Eastside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastside Elementary School part of?
Eastside Elementary School is part of Cabot School District.
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